How do I contact the shelter about Abba?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Nordic Strays e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Abba on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Abba if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Nordic Strays e.V. will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.

Is Abba already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?

Most dogs on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.

What happens if Abba isn't the right fit?

Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Nordic Strays e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Abba and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.

Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?

TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (DE). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.

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Abba

German Shepherd · Female · Young · 1 year

Abba - delicate soul with a smart mind 🖤 .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-441 > .fusion-body .fusion-flex-container .fusion-imageframe.imageframe-50 img{aspect-ratio:1 / 1;object-position:38% 38%;} .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-442 > Location: animal shelter in Osijek, Croatia Breed: Croatian German Shepherd - Terrier Mix Gender: female, spayed Birth date: 01.01.2025 shoulder height: approx. 38 cm / 9 kg compatibility with others unknown with cats single or second dog ideal environment: outskirts of town, rural suitable for: ambitious first time dog owners .fusion-body .

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Abba – zarte Seele mit klugem Köpfchen 🖤 .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-63 > .fusion-body .fusion-flex-container .fusion-imageframe.imageframe-8 img{aspect-ratio:1 / 1;object-position:38% 38%;} .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-64 > Aufenthaltsort: Tierheim in Osijek Kroatien Rasse: Kroatischer Schäferhund – Terrier Mix Geschlecht: weiblich, kastriert Geburtsdatum: 01.01.2025 Schulterhöhe: ca. 38 cm / 9 kg Verträglichkeit mit Katzen unbekannt Einzel- oder Zweithund ideale Umgebung: Stadtrand, ländlich geeignet für: ambitionierte Hundeanfänger .fusion-body .fusion-button Direkt zur Selbstauskunft .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-65 > .fusion-body .fusion-flex-container .fusion-gallery-8 .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-66 > .fusion-body .fusion-flex-container Abba kam am 25.01.2025 gemeinsam mit ihrer Mama Arca und ihren Geschwistern ins Tierheim. Ihr Start ins Leben war alles andere als leicht – sie wurde am 01.01.2025 verletzt aufgefunden. Vielleicht ist genau das der Grund, warum sie heute eher zu den leisen Hunden gehört. Sie drängt sich nicht in den Vordergrund, sondern beobachtet erst einmal, schaut genau hin und braucht einen Moment, um sich auf neue Situationen und Menschen einzulassen. Hat man ihr Vertrauen aber gewonnen, zeigt sich eine freundliche, sanfte und gleichzeitig neugierige junge Hündin, die noch ganz am Anfang steht und lernen darf, wie sich ein sicheres Zuhause anfühlt. In ihr steckt ein Mix aus kroatischem Schäferhund und Terrier – und damit nicht nur ein sensibles Herz, sondern auch ein kluger Kopf und eine gute Portion Energie. Abba sucht Menschen, die bereit sind, sie liebevoll und geduldig an alles heranzuführen, was zu einem gemeinsamen Alltag gehört. Sie muss noch vieles lernen, braucht Orientierung und vor allem Sicherheit. Gleichzeitig möchte sie natürlich auch artgerecht ausgelastet werden – sowohl körperlich als auch geistig. Wer sich darauf einlässt, bekommt eine Hündin an seine Seite, die sich Schritt für Schritt öffnet und mit der Zeit immer mehr von sich zeigt. Abba ist kein Hund, der einfach „funktioniert“. Sie ist eine, die gesehen werden möchte – in ihrem Tempo, mit ihrer Geschichte und mit all dem Potenzial, das in ihr steckt. Und genau das macht sie so besonders. 🖤 .fusion-body .fusion-button Interesse an einer Adoption? (Hier klicken) .fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-67 > .fusion-body .fusion-flex-container Hinwei

Size

Small

Age

Young · 1 year

Location

🇩🇪Germany

Shelter

Nordic Strays e.V.

Living with Abba

✓Vaccinated
✓Spayed
✓Microchipped
✓Good with cats

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About Abba

What life with Abba looks like

Abba is a small young adult german shepherd dog waiting at Nordic Strays e.V. in Germany.

An young adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

🇩🇪Adopting from Germany

German rescues typically require an in-person home visit (Vorkontrolle) or detailed video home check before approving adoption. Animals leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with a valid EU pet passport. Adoption fees usually fall between €250 and €450, covering veterinary preparation.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Abba, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Abba?: Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Nordic Strays e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Abba on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Abba if I live in another country?: Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Nordic Strays e.V. will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Abba already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?: Most dogs on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Abba isn't the right fit?: Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Nordic Strays e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Abba and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?: TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (DE). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.